The Best View of Lisbon is at the Four Seasons Hotel Ritz Lisbon

Lisbon is a city of seven hills so you have to climb up to see a great view. Thankfully there aren't too many skyscrapers or annoying construction blocking anything between you and the inspired Christ the Redeemer replica or doing a double take of the copy-cat of San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge. But, the best view may come at all levels of one special hotel in Lisbon.

The port city has been on my bucket list for over a decade, and as I arrived at the lobby floor of the Four Seasons, I was overwhelmed by a secret scented blend mix and in awe of a hanging plant structure in the midst of historical artwork.

Once I got to my room, I could stare at the double vanity in the marble bathroom with a tub as a plus, and sit with a glass or wine on the terrace. There's also the gorgeous pool in the "basement," which also has a view to the outdoor fountain because the building stands on a slight hill. This is a great advantage when you head outside to the track that wraps around the beautiful, spacious fitness center on the top floor. It's quite breathtaking as you run out of breath on the treadmill. You can see part of downtown south of you, gaze over tennis courts and a monument in peace and quiet.

Additionally, the decadent weekend brunch is a feast on the eyes (and you deserve it). My girlfriend and I didn't want to leave our seats. The concierge is great at recommending places to sightsee. They had also booked us a motorcycle tour but it rained, which meant a spa day that day and a day to come back in the future.